Sept. 3: Introductory Western Horseback Ride, 10 a.m., brief group lesson, followed by a one-hour trail ride. All riders must be at least 9 years of age, weigh less than 200 pounds, and be at least 5'0" tall, Registration in the Stable office, Fee: $40 Somerset County residents/$50 non-residents Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Sept. 4: Labor Day at Black River Stables, Princeton Show Jumping League member show, Ringoes, N.J., jackkate@aol.com, showknow.me, princetonequestrianleague.com

Sept. 8: Movies with Mane Stream, "Secretariat," 7:30-10:30 p.m. (rain date Sept. 23) BYO chairs, blankets & picnic (no glass). Popcorn and drinks will also be available for a small donation. Online tickets: $25 per family (up to 4) and $10 per person. 83 Old Turnpike Rd., www.ManeStreamNJ.org, 908-439-9636

Sept. 13: York County Pasture Walk, Brogue, Pa. 6 to 8 p.m. tour a local farm and discuss ways to improve equine and environmental health on your horse farm by thinking about soil health, pasture and grazing management, weed control, manure management, and erosion control, must register at http://extension.psu.edu/equine-pasture-management or 610-489-4315 or lbk8@psu.edu.

Sept.16: RBC Race for the Kids will feature a 4k race, kids races, a Sports Zone, Kids Zone, and the competitive RBC Challenge, GallopNYC staff, family and friends will be running the Family Fun Run (4K) at 9 a.m. Register at https://youthinc.rbcraceforthekids.com/projects/gallopnyc/ with the code NYC2017, choose GallopNYC as your charity of choice

Sept. 24: Open English show, North Branch Park, Milltown Road, Bridgewater, N.J. With reasonable class prices, riders can put mileage on their green mounts, new riders can gain valuable experience and have fun, sc4hhorseshow@gmail.com

Sept. 24: Jumpers, DVHA, Ringoes, N.J. 609-397-8080, dvha.org

Sept. 24: Fall Nature Trail Ride, 7 to 9 a.m., one-hour ride at the walk with great opportunities to see the Fall foliage and other sights along the trails with non-riding friends or relatives. Riders must be at least 12 years of age and weigh less than 200 pounds. Pre-registration is required. See www.flss.org, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Oct. 1: Introductory Western Horseback Ride, 10 a.m., brief group lesson, followed by a one-hour trail ride. All riders must be at least 9 years of age, weigh less than 200 pounds, and be at least 5'0" tall, Registration in the Stable office, Fee: $40 Somerset County residents/$50 non-residents Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Oct. 4: Start of Environmental Stewardship Short Course for horse farm owners, will run for 5 weeks on Wednesdays (skipping one week) on October 4, 11, 25, and Nov. 1. The course is open to all interested horse owners, barn managers, and equine industry personnel. It will be held in two locations at the same time through videoconferencing technology; each site will have a live speaker and a remote speaker each night. The two locations are the Woerner Amphitheater at the Penn Vet New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pa. and the Penn State Extension Lehigh County Office in Allentown, Pa. 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is $65 per person and includes lectures, materials and light refreshments. Advanced registration is required before Sept. 27.http://extension.psu.edu/animals/equine/courses/equine-environmental-stewardship or 610-489-4315, lbk8@psu.edu) or dlf5@psu.edu

Oct. 8: Introductory Horseback Ride, English style riding. Riders will receive a brief group lesson with one of Lord Stirling Stable's riding instructors, followed by a one-hour trail ride. Riders must be at least 9 years of age and weigh less than 200 pounds. Registration is available in the Stable office, Fee: $40 Somerset County residents/$50 non-resident 1 to 3 p.m., Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Oct. 15: Autumn Wumpus Hunt Groups enjoy a trail ride/warmup, then "Hunt the Wumpus". 8:30 a.m., Ribbons awarded to first rider in each group to sight the Wumpus. Additional ribbons given to riders in each group for Best Turnout, Half Century (horse age + rider age >50), and more. www.flss.org for more Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Oct. 15: ASHANJ tournament show, Alexandria Park, Milford, N.J., Eligibility - Academy classes are limited to riders who are in lesson programs and who have never shown in other than Academy or Lead Line competition, www.ashanj.net, kiersonfarm@me.com, http://ashanj.bravesites.com/tournaments

Oct. 21-Nov. 18: Horse Care Workshop 103, Participation in Horse Care Workshop 102 is a pre- or co-requisite for enrolling in this class. Students further expand their knowledge and awareness of equine care and behavior. Class meets on five consecutive Saturday afternoons. There is no riding involved in this program, five consecutive Saturdays. 10 a.m. to noon., $60 Somerset County residents/$90 non-resident, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Oct. 29: Introductory Western Horseback Ride, 10 a.m., brief group lesson, followed by a one-hour trail ride. All riders must be at least 9 years of age, weigh less than 200 pounds, and be at least 5'0" tall, Registration in the Stable office, Fee: $40 Somerset County residents/$50 non-residents Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Nov. 5: Stuff the Turkey Hunter Pace, Private horse owners receive a discounted entry fee when they bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Somerset County Food Bank Network. The 6-8 mile marked course will include 30+ jumps, all with ample room to bypass for riders who prefer to stay on the flat. Ribbons will be awarded in Adult and Junior divisions. Teams depart between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Nov. 12: "Turkey Tracks" Trail Ride, 1 to 2 p.m., see native wild turkeys and other wildlife in their natural habitat on this pre-holiday ride through the woods and meadows of Lord Stirling Stable. The ride will be at the walk and trot, weather and ground conditions permitting. Registration is open from Oct. 30

Nov. 20-Dec. 17: Winter Break Clinic Lord Stirling Stable instructors will be available on certain days and times to share their experience with students for a one-hour lesson. Students who bring a camera and photographer may videotape the session. See www.flss.org, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Nov. 24: Fall "Family & Friends" Introductory Ride, 10 a.m., the "rider in the family" can share their love of horses with the rest of the clan! A brief lesson will take place before a one hour trail ride. Inexperienced riders will enjoy a leisurely walk along the trails. Participants must be at least 9 years of age and weigh less than 200 pounds, Registration is available in the Stable office from Nov. 6-16. Fee: $40 Somerset County residents/$50 non-residents, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Dec. 2-3: Holiday Horse Shows, 9 a.m., Cheer for Lord Stirling Stable's students as they showcase the horsemanship skills that they have been working on in lessons. Show classes range from beginner through advanced jumping levels. A drill team performance highlights the lunch break each day. Ribbons awarded. The public is welcome; admission and parking are free. Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.org

Dec. 10: Jingle Bell Trail Ride: 11 a.m. to noon, A short break from holiday preparations can feel like a vacation when you are on the back of a horse! Registration is open from Nov. 27-Dec. 7. For riders at Intermediate 2/C-2 and higher levels, Fee: $28 Somerset County resident/$36 non-resident, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, N.J., 908-766-5955. www.somersetcountyparks.or